Longsnout Flathead
Thysanophrys chiltonae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–100 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flathead of sandy patches beside coral reefs that buries itself, often only partly, and waits in ambush for crustaceans and small fish. Often in small groups, it is easily overlooked and reaches about twenty five centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Thysanophrys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218156.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longsnout Flathead live?
- The Longsnout Flathead (Thysanophrys chiltonae) is typically found at 0–100 m.
- Is the Longsnout Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Longsnout Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longsnout Flathead get?
- The Longsnout Flathead grows to about 25 cm.